Dental Treatment: Vital Pulp Therapy for Primary Teeth

Caries affects the dental pulp in different ways, from mild reactions to pulp necrosis. In pediatric dentistry, different techniques are used to maintain the functions and vitality of the tooth.

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The anatomical characteristics of primary teeth are different from permanent teeth. It is important to know these differences when performing any dental procedure.



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Mouth Breathing: Its Consequences, Diagnosis & Treatment

The diagnosis and treatment of the consequences of the mouth respirator must be carried out by a multidisciplinary team early. The pediatric dentist must be prepared to identify the signs and symptoms of this pathology

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Mouth breathing has serious consequences for craniofacial and occlusive development. Mouth breathing patients have a longer face, this is due to the functional adaptation of breathing.

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We share an article that explains in detail what are the consequences, diagnosis and treatment of mouth breathing.

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Taru Gupta., et al. “Mouth Breathing-Its Consequences, Diagnosis & Treatment”. Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 4.5 (2020): 32-41

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Pain and anxiety management for pediatric dental procedures using various combinations of sedative drugs: A review

During dental care we can find pediatric patients who experience fear and anxiety during the consultation. Behavior management techniques will help us control the behavior of these types of patients.

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In special cases it is necessary to use conscious sedation. This method is proven to help minimize the infant's anxiety and fear during the dental procedure.

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The article that we share analyzes various aspects of the different types of drugs that are used for conscious sedation, their combinations, advantages and doses.

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° Gazal, Giath & Fareed, Wamiq & Zafar, Muhammad & Al Samadani, Khalid. (2015). Pain and anxiety management for pediatric dental procedures using various combinations of sedative drugs: A review. Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal. 10.1016/j.jsps.2014.04.004.

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What are the medicines used in pediatric dentistry?

During pediatric dentistry, a series of drugs are used to control pain, inflammation and infections that the pediatric patient may present. It is important that the pediatric dentist and general dentist know the management of drugs in children.

When a drug is to be prescribed, it is important that the professional knows the drug, as well as the necessary dose to be administered, in this way we avoid bacterial resistance.

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We share with you an interesting video from the AtoZ Kidsdental channel that tells us about the drugs most used in pediatric dentistry.



This video explains why and teaches you how to do it safely using a simple 4 step method. Thanks to the RN Kid channel that offers us a very simple way to calculate the doses in children

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Oral breathing: new early treatment protocol

Mouth breathing is multifactorial, and its consequences are short and long term, and it is evident in the oral cavity and in general health. Early evaluation and treatment by the pediatric dentistry and pediatrician is necessary.

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The mouth breather is affected cognitively, psychologically and physically. A characteristic sign of the oral respirator is the "adenoid face", which is why most parents attend specialists.

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We share an excellent article that tells us about oral respirators, and the importance of early multidisciplinary treatment (pediatrics - dentistry).

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Denotti, G., Ventura, S., Arena, O., & Fortini, A. (2014). Oral breathing: new early treatment protocol. Journal of Pediatric and Neonatal Individualized Medicine (JPNIM), 3(1), e030108. https://doi.org/10.7363/030108

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Use of Vital Pulp Therapies in Primary Teeth with Deep Caries Lesions

When a primary tooth is affected by deep caries, three treatments can be chosen: indirect pulp treatment (IPT), direct pulp cap (DPC); and pulpotomy. Keeping the primary teeth in the oral cavity is the main objective of pulp treatments.

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The AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry) presents a guide to pulp treatment in pediatric dentistry, with the aim of optimizing treatment care and results.

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For this, several interventions were evaluated on the primary dental pulp, with different materials such as: MTA, formocresol, ferric sulfate, sodium hypochlorite, calcium hydroxide, etc.

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Tooth Development and Eruption - Odontogenesis

Dental embryology is responsible for the study of odontogenesis, which is the development of teeth. This event begins in the embryo around the sixth week and is divided into four stages.

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It is approximately in the eighth week that the germs of the primary teeth are formed. Primary teeth begin to erupt at approximately 6 months and end at 31 months.

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We share a video that offers us details of the development process (odontogenesis) until the eruption of the teeth.

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A Review on Vital Pulp Therapy in Primary Teeth

Pulp therapy in pediatric dentistry is responsible for treating the neurovascular bundle of a tooth that has suffered some trauma or an infectious process. The objective of the treatment is to maintain the primary tooth until its natural exfoliation, avoiding problems of malocclusion and dental malposition.

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The success of the treatment is based on an early diagnosis and an efficient treatment. Currently we can find biocompatible materials that ensure good treatment.

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Within pulp therapy we can find treatments such as pulpectomy pulpotomy and pulp coverings. The choice of each of them depends on the clinical and radiographic evaluation of the dentist.

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We share a work that reviews and discusses the new concepts in the preservation of dental pulp, as well as the new biomaterials for these treatments that aim at the induction of dentin formation.

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Pulpectomy: Clinical Tips and Tricks in Paediatric Dentistry

In pediatric dentistry there are treatments that are performed when the dental pulp of the primary tooth is affected by caries or an accident, they are: pulpotomy (partial removal of the nerve), pulpectomy (total removal of the nerve), direct and indirect pulp lining.

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Pulpectomy is performed when there is an infectious process (fistula or abscess), chronic inflammation, or pulp necrosis. The objective of this treatment is to maintain the tooth to avoid problems of poor dental position of the permanent teeth.

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We share a webinar dictated by Dr Shah and published on The Kenya Association of Pediatric Dentists channel, which tells us about pulpectomies, its importance and tips for implementation.

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Space Maintainers: Benefits and Types - Webinar

Space maintainers are devices, fixed or removable, whose function is to conserve the space left by a primary tooth for the eruption of the permanent tooth.

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The use of space maintainers is necessary when a tooth is lost early, due to a cavity or accident. In this way we prevent a future bad dental position.

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There are several types of space maintainers, and it is the dentist who will determine which is the most recommended for the patient after conducting an evaluation. Much more on the space maintainer below.

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Oral Characteristics of Newborns

The oral cavity of the newborn has characteristics of its own age and stage of development. These characteristics allow the baby to fulfill its physiological needs such as sucking.

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Knowing the characteristics of the baby's oral cavity is of importance for the general dentist, because more and more parents attend consultations to resolve doubts about the oral health of their children.

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We share a work that describes the oral characteristics of the newborn, whose objective is to inform oral health professionals about the common aspects that are observed in the newborn.

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° Silva, Cintia & Ramos, Marcelo & Carrara, Cleide & Dalben, Gisele. (2008). Oral characteristics of newborns. Journal of dentistry for children (Chicago, Ill.). 75. 4-6.

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A comprehensive guide to achieving the best results with 3M™ ESPE™ Prefabricated Crowns (Stainless Steel Crowns - Polycarbonate Crowns)

Crowns are used when the primary molar has been affected by extensive caries or a dental fracture. In both cases, the tooth structure is compromised and the crowns offer stability and durability of the tooth.

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One of the great benefits of 3M crowns is that they offer long-term coverage, ensuring durability.

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In pediatric dentistry, the main objective is to maintain the primary tooth, so as not to affect chewing or the eruption or location of the permanent tooth. We share a complete guide for the placement of the different 3M prefabricated crowns for the oral rehabilitation of pediatric patients

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Free Training - Pulp Therapy in Pediatric Dentistry - Dental articles, videos and much more to share

Pulp therapy in pediatric dentistry is responsible for preserving the affected primary tooth. To achieve this objective, she resorts to dental procedures such as: pulpotomies or pulpectomies.

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The loss of a primary tooth has consequences on the development and oral health of the child: alteration in the location and position of the permanent teeth, affects phonation and chewing and loss of dental space.

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Dental Treatment: Pediatric Vital Pulp Therapy - Webinar

The dental pulp can be affected by cavities or some trauma, in both situations it is necessary to perform a root canal treatment. The vital pulp therapy's main function is to maintain the primary tooth until exfoliation.

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Good biocompatible materials are currently available to help us preserve dental pulp.

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We share an interesting webinar called: Dental Treatment: Pediatric Vital Pulp Therapy, from the Catapult Education channel.

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A review of the pediatric dentistry guidelines and post -COVID- era clinical recommendations - Webinar

The presence of covid 19 in the world made dental care focus on emergency care. These restrictions have been decreasing over the weeks in all countries.

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In dentistry there are several procedures that generate aerosols, this situation puts the health of the dentist at risk.
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Many professionals consider less invasive treatments in order to reduce aerosols. We share a video by Dr. Manal AlHalabi who talks about the guidelines in pediatric dentistry in the Covid era.

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Webinar - Minor Oral Surgery in Pediatric Dentistry

When performing a surgical procedure in a pediatric patient, some aspects should be assessed, such as the child's behavior. The evaluation of the patient is essential to collect important data before the intervention.

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Dental extraction is one of the routine procedures in dental practice, and in pediatric dentistry the value of a primary tooth must be taken into account, since without it correct chewing is put at risk, as well as the correct position of the permanent tooth. .

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